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Plain advice for time away from your pets

Practical guides for Melbourne pet owners, in plain English and checked against trusted sources like the RSPCA and Agriculture Victoria.

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Christmas pet sitting

Book early, plan for public holidays and keep festive food out of reach.

What a pet sitter costs

What affects the price, with worked examples.

Boarding or a sitter?

How dog boarding and in-home care compare.

Cattery or cat sitter?

What catteries require, and how home visits compare.

Leaving a cat alone

What the RSPCA recommends, and how many visits most cats need.

Pet sitter checklist

Everything to sort before you leave, as a tick-box list.

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Holidays and weekends fill up fast, so booking early is the safest bet. Send an enquiry with your dates and Jodie will arrange a free meet and greet.

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Dog sitting

Visits and overnight stays, so your dog keeps their routine at home.

Cat sitting

Home visits from $35 with feeding, litter, play and cuddles.

House sitting

Overnight stays from $80 a night, with dog walks included.

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